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Lead wilderness canoe trips with Camp Outlook this summer!

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!!!

Applications are due by 10pm on MONDAY MARCH 1st 2021

Don’t have any experience as a tripping guide? No problem. We provide all the necessary training, certifications, and experience for our volunteers to become qualified canoe trip leaders. While this is a volunteer position, Camp Outlook also provides trip leaders with room and board throughout the program, along with the necessary tripping equipment. We value access to wilderness spaces, both for our campers and our volunteers. We recognize that canoe tripping has numerous barriers to entry and we want to make volunteering with Camp Outlook as accessible as possible. We also know that the outdoors industry has traditionally excluded marginalized people and we want to be a part of changing that. People of all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, especially marginalized people, are encouraged to apply.

What is Camp Outlook?

Created in 1970 by a Queen\'s University medical student, Camp Outlook is an independent, community-based, non-profit, charitable organization, run entirely by volunteers. We believe strongly in the worth and potential of all youth, the power of experiential learning, and the therapeutic value of wilderness tripping. Our mission is to provide young people a chance to develop their sense of self-worth, inner strength, and capacity to succeed. To do this we provide youth of all genders, ages 13 to 17, with the opportunity to experience wilderness camping on summer backcountry canoe trips and fall/winter hiking trips and day activities. We use the therapeutic nature of wilderness tripping to provide an environment that allows them to respond to nature’s challenges and learn about their own abilities in a team while being supported by trained trip leaders. Teamwork and cooperation are what allows our trips to run smoothly; our trip groups often come back from their adventure as a strong community. We are accredited by the Ontario Camps Association.

Who are our campers?

Camp Outlook seeks to provide a wilderness camping experience to youth who may especially benefit from exploring their strengths and skills along with other youth in the outdoors as part of a supportive and small tripping group community. They are youth who may have difficulty coping with their daily environment, those who are faced with particularly challenging situations, and those who simply could not otherwise afford to go on a wilderness trip. Most campers are referred to us by social agencies such as Pathways, the Boys and Girls Club, Youth Diversion, Children’s Aid Services, schools, and other professionals who work with youth. Camp Outlook trips help to foster self confidence in campers by immersing them in a new environment and allowing them to see that they can meet the challenges they face in the woods, and by extension the challenges they face at home as well. There is no fee for campers to participate in our programs. We strive to make Camp Outlook as financially accessible as possible to all campers and so we do not charge anything to go on trip with us.

What is the summer like?

The summer begins in Kingston in late May when we start our training. Over the first 6 weeks, you are trained in all the skills you will need to lead safe and fun canoe trips (from paddling to camp cooking to communication to conflict mediation to emotionally supportive strategies). Training includes Advanced Wilderness First Aid, Bronze Cross/Medallion, and Mental Health First Aid certifications, along with an 8-day canoe trip in Algonquin Park to solidify your wilderness camping and leadership skills. You are expected to participate in all of training; it is a more than a 9-5 commitment and is run throughout the week, including weekends.

During July and August, you will embark upon three or four 5-, 9-, or even 14-day canoe trips in beautiful Algonquin Park. Our trip groups are small, with 2 to 3 trip leaders and 4 to 6 campers on each trip, as we have found that this allows us to create an excellent community spirit and get to know our campers well. We allow our trip leaders the freedom to personalize the trips in most areas, and a large part of the role is to prepare every aspect of your trips before you leave. While in the park, you have responsibility for our campers, and as such you must ensure that they have a positive and safe experience throughout the trip.

On a typical day on trip you will prepare breakfast for your group and coordinate site take-down and packing. From your backcountry campsite you will paddle across lakes and hike over land carrying your equipment (“portaging”) to get to your next campsite. Between one site and the next: the day is yours! Break it up with games, swimming, long lunches and snacks, exploring, general relaxing, or other things that spark interest. In the evenings, you will light your campfire and begin dinner as the campers set up tents and shelters. This is a great opportunity to teach skills you have learned, such as rope work and fire craft. After dinner, everyone tends to be pretty tired out, and you can take a relaxed evening to chat with your campers, play games, and watch the stars and loons before falling asleep in the beauty of Algonquin Provincial Park.

What we need from you:

• An unwavering commitment to our youth. No prior experience, certifications, or formal education is necessary, only a universal attitude of respect for our campers is required.

• An openness to learning. Everyone comes with their own skills, experiences, and areas for improvement; teaching and learning from each other is an essential part of building our team.

• A willingness to try again. We know that growth takes time and that failure is a part of learning. You’ll need adaptability and an openness to feedback and different perspectives.

This may seem like a large commitment, but without fail our volunteers find their time with Camp Outlook to be extremely rewarding and unforgettable. We encourage everyone to apply, even if this sounds daunting or if you feel like you may not have the necessary background. Again, there is no experience necessary!!! We especially encourage marginalized people, including Indigenous, racialized, and LGBTQ+ people, to apply. If you would like to apply, find out more, or have any questions, please visit campoutlook.ca or email us at summer@campoutlook.ca.

\"I was MADE for this\" - Camper, 16 years old, about portaging

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Live, Work, and Play with Children in Algonquin Park This Summer!

Camp Arowhon is a traditional co-ed, overnight summer camp in the heart of Algonquin Park, Ontario. Our mission is to nurture and challenge children, both physically and emotionally. Our community of 350 campers is big enough to be diverse but still feels like a family. Our team of 150 staff means that the campers get a ton of individual attention, and you have a whole bunch of like-minded people to hang out with. 

At Arowhon, you will receive professional training and expert support and supervision. You will grow yourself while you help children grow. You will leave feeling proud because you made campers feel proud of themselves. You will work hard and play hard, all in a beautiful wilderness setting. 

Our canoe trips are focused on teaching technical skills AND interpersonal skills, and have a strong focus on developing our campers leadership ability. Our program organizes over 100 canoe trips each summer, ranging in duration from 2 to +21 days, on both flat water and moving water.

We are currently seeking candidates for Long Trip Canoe Trippers, White Water Canoe Trippers, Leader-In-Training Canoe Trippers, Flat Water Canoe Trippers and Junior Canoe Trippers. 

Start Date(s): May 28th, 2021 - June 16th, 2021

End Date(s): August 23rd, 2021

Salary: Variable, commensurate on experience and qualifications

Applications Deadline: Ongoing until all positions are filled

For detailed Job Descriptions for Canoe Trippers, please visit:

https://camparowhon.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Arowhon-Canoe-Tripper-Job-Descriptions-Oct.-2016-1.pdf

For more information about Canoe Tripping at Arowhon, visit

https://camparowhon.com/canoe-tripping-at-arowhon/ 

For more information on staff life, qualifications, dates and salary visit; 

https://camparowhon.com/staff/looking-for-a-summer-job/

 and APPLY ONLINE at

https://camparowhon.campbrainstaff.com/

Camp Arowhon welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Cabin Counsellor/Canoe Program Leader – Job Posting

Camp Menesetung – Who We Are: Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Leadership Training Centre

On the Shore of Lake Huron – 5 Minutes north of Goderich, Ontario.

Camp Menesetung (25 staff, 50-70 campers/week) is a non-profit charity that seeks to provide amazing growth opportunities to campers (ages 5-15) of all backgrounds at subsidized rates – Camp is for Everyone. Camp Menesetung is affiliated with the United Church of Canada and we welcome and celebrate staff and campers of all faith and non-faith backgrounds (aethiest/agnostic/spiritual/religious etc.). Our mission is explicitly NOT to seek to convert our campers, but to foster an environment where all feel comfortable sharing community, opening their minds, thinking big thoughts, and enjoying support & friendship.

Camp Menesetung is committed to valuing the good work that our staff do, we are thrilled to report that we have achieved an 80% summer staff salary increase from 2017-2019. A word of caution and encouragement: this is a job that, if you are ready for it, has the potential to be one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of your life; this is a job that will change lives - yours and your campers. Choosing this job is a choice to challenge yourself to become a better person. Are you ready?

Camp Menesetung also supports a Spring Program Staff team (May-August) which all applicants are welcome to apply for in addition to this position.

Required Qualifications: Age: 17+, Standard First Aid/CPR-C (By June 15th, 2021– optional intensive first-aid and swimming certification course offered by the camp), clean Vulnerable sector police check.

Salary: Dependent on experience and certifications, between ($320-$500/week + Room&Board)

Employment Dates: Summer Sessions (Sunday-Friday) June 27th-August 20th, 2021. Week off is possible.

Responsibilities: This position is NEW for Summer 2021! With assistance and our newly developed Canoe manual, this position will implement a safe & fun lakefront Canoeing program this Summer. Cabin counsellor/Program Leaders are responsible for a group of campers 24 hours a day (with breaks of course!) as a Cabin Counsellor ensuring needs are met and great fun is had, working with their assigned Counsellor In Training or Leader In Training. Program Leaders can expect to prepare 3-5 1-hour long sessions/week to inspire campers ages 5-15.A  Please see the Job Description on our website below for further details.

To Apply

For more information, learn about our COVID-19 job adaptations, and to complete an online application, please visit our website! www.campmenesetung.ca/jobs

If you have any questions please contact us!

Colleen Lowrie | Summer Camp Director | colleen@campmenesetung.ca

Clayton Peters | Executive Director | director@campmenesetung.ca

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Camp Tamakwa is a children\'s overnight summer camp in Algonquin Park located 2.5 hours north of Toronto. Founded in 1936, Tamakwa is home to over 250 campers aged 7-16.

Canoe tripping is a cornerstone program at Camp Tamakwa. Taking advantage of our beautiful location, Canoe Trip Leaders spend their summer paddling and portaging through Algonquin Park leading groups of up to six campers, ages 7-16, and two staff members on canoe trips ranging from two to fifteen days. Canoe tripping with Camp Tamakwa offers campers the opportunity for individual challenge, team building, adventure and an appreciation of nature. Every camper will embark on a canoe trip as an important and valued part of their camp experience.

Trippers report directly to the Canoe Trip Director and Camp Directors and are responsible for all aspects of the canoe trip experience.

Spend your summer in beautiful Algonquin park and on the sunny shores of Tea Lake!

Please visit www.tamakwa.com to complete our staff application and learn more about Tamakwa!

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Description

Share your love of the outdoors leading canoe trips with us! Mi-A-Kon-Da is looking to hire a Canoe Trip Leader for the summer to lead 2 to 6 day canoe trips with small groups of campers and their counsellor. Canoe Trip Leaders are responsible to the Head of Tripping, Assistant Directors and Director. While on trip, their responsibilities include route planning, meal planning and prep, navigation, and safety. Canoe Trip Leaders work closely with Camp Staff while on trip to educate campers on basic camping skills, promote independence, self-reliance, and respect for each other and the environment. Additional work dates available based on experience and candidate availability.

Dates: June 25 – August 28, 2021

Compensation:
- Salary based on experience (Minimum $425/week)
- 4% vacation pay
- Room & Board included

Job Duties

Route planning for canoe trips based on campers age and skill

Prepare menus for trips based on campers food needs

Lead canoe trips

Responsible for all food and equipment for each trip

Maintain equipment in good working order

Follow our no trace camping philosophy

Other duties when in-camp, as needed

Minimum Requirements

19+ years old

Bronze Cross certification

First Aid and CPR certification

Canoeing, tripping and camping experience

Experience working with children

Good organizational skills

Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

Flexible, reliable and responsible

Nice to Have

Boating Licence and experience driving boats

NLS certification and Lifeguarding experience

Wilderness First Aid Training

About Mi-A-Kon-Da

Founded in 1955, Camp Mi-A-Kon-Da is a traditional summer camp for girls ages 7-16. The camp is situated on Birch Island, a 23-acre private island on Lake Wah Wash Kesh near Parry Sound, Ontario.

Send Resume, Cover Letter and References to:

Brandon Smith

brandon@miakonda.com

www.miakonda.com

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Canoe Trip Guide – Extended River Trips (Explorer Tripper)

Camp Kandalore is seeking experienced guides to lead canoe trips for our Explorer Program.

Canoe trip duration: 21-28 days

Contracts available: June 18^th – August 30^th, 2021

Start dates:  June 18^th-July 30^th, 2021

End Dates: July 30^th-August 30^th, 2021

The Program

Kandalore has a longstanding reputation as one of Canada’s premier canoe tripping camps.  We offer campers an unmatched canoe tripping experience, starting from age 6.  Our program is designed to gradually introduce new skills and challenges as campers get older.  Kandalore prides itself on the culminating trip experience that our 16 year old leaders embark upon - The Explorer Program.

All Explorer rivers are significant distances from the camp and include such rivers as:

Moisie

Broadback

Duchef-Ashuapmushuan

Bloodvein

Harricana

Missinaibi

Attawapiskat

Albany

Kesagami

And many more!

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of experience guiding white water trips

Certified with Wilderness First Responder (Kandalore offers this course in the spring)

Certified with Swift Water Rescue Technician (Kandalore offers this course in the spring)

Bronze Cross or higher is mandatory - no exceptions can be made.

Experience leading canoe trips in remote settings.

Location: Camp Kandalore –Algonquin Highlands, Ontario

Reports to: Director, Trip Director

Inquire: Wes Parker, Assistant Director – Program Operations (wes@kandalore.com)

Application deadline: Ongoing until positions are filled

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Live, Work, and Play with Children in Algonquin Park This Summer!

Camp Arowhon is a traditional co-ed, overnight summer camp in the heart of Algonquin Park, Ontario. Our mission is to nurture and challenge children, both physically and emotionally. Our community of 350 campers is big enough to be diverse but still feels like a family. Our team of 150 staff means that the campers get a ton of individual attention, and you have a whole bunch of like-minded people to hang out with. 

At Arowhon, you will receive professional training and expert support and supervision. You will grow yourself while you help children grow. You will leave feeling proud because you made campers feel proud of themselves. You will work hard and play hard, all in a beautiful wilderness setting. 

Our canoe trips are focused on teaching technical skills AND interpersonal skills, and have a strong focus on developing our campers leadership ability. Our program organizes over 100 canoe trips each summer, ranging in duration from 2 to +21 days, on both flat water and moving water.

We are currently seeking candidates for Long Trip Canoe Trippers, White Water Canoe Trippers, Leader-In-Training Canoe Trippers, Flat Water Canoe Trippers and Junior Canoe Trippers. 

Start Date(s): May 28th, 2021 - June 16th, 2021

End Date(s): August 23rd, 2021

Salary: Variable, commensurate on experience and qualifications

Applications Deadline: Ongoing until all positions are filled

For detailed Job Descriptions for Canoe Trippers, please visit:

https://camparowhon.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Arowhon-Canoe-Tripper-Job-Descriptions-Oct.-2016-1.pdf

For more information about Canoe Tripping at Arowhon, visit

https://camparowhon.com/canoe-tripping-at-arowhon/

Or email our Tripping Director, André at andre@camparowhon.com

For more information on staff life, qualifications, dates and salary visit; 

https://camparowhon.com/staff/looking-for-a-summer-job/

 and APPLY ONLINE at

https://camparowhon.campbrainstaff.com/

Camp Arowhon welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process